From the excitement of seeing that first tooth to the overwhelm of keeping up with their dental and orthodontic health, each little-tooth milestone marks a new chapter in your child’s growth. While these stages can bring challenges, they are also filled with opportunities to build lasting habits and set them up for a lifetime of healthy smiles.

To help you on the journey, we’re brushing up on some important dental milestones for your little ones and how our lineup of kids toothpaste can help you breeze through some of these big moments.

the first tooth: arrival and care

Your baby is born with teeth just below the gumline, and they’ll make their first appearance between 6-12 months (on average). This milestone is an exciting sign to take your little one to their first dental appointment! The dentist can inspect the baby's teeth, gums, and jaw to ensure healthy development. They might also recommend care plans, general advice, tips to soothe teething, and answers to your questions about nutrition, pacifier use, and more.

It’s typically recommended to brush baby teeth as soon as they appear, so you can ensure bacteria and plaque don’t build up on your baby’s new pearly whites. Gently brush with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a small bit of kids toothpaste for two minutes. Be sure to check out our selection of kids toothpaste, including our strawberry watermelon premium toothpaste, mild mint toothpaste, and orange vanilla kids hydroxyapatite toothpaste.

preschool years: building a brushing routine

During preschool years, kids start to become more independent with their brushing routine. This is a critical milestone to solidify good oral care habits, including flossing. We recommend introducing our expanding floss into their routine....it's a gentle and sustainable option they can continue to use through adulthood. Not to mention, it’s infused with vegan wax, cocoa butter, and nano-hydroxyapatite particles for a smooth glide and a daily dose of remineralization to nurture healthy enamel in the tightest crevices.

We know it’s hard to keep your little ones on top of their oral care routine, so we compiled this list of tips to engage them and spark excitement. One way to keep them excited is to try different fun flavors of kids toothpaste. From orange vanilla to strawberry watermelon, explore which flavor of Davids they like best!

losing baby teeth: a rite of passage

On average, children start losing baby teeth around age 6. The front teeth and surrounding teeth are typically the first to go, followed by canines and molars in coming years. By age 13, most children will have a full set of permanent teeth.

A couple of exciting things happen in the long-stretching milestone of losing baby teeth! Your little ones get introduced to the tooth fairy and their permanent adult teeth for the first time. This is a perfect opportunity to encourage healthy oral care habits. Be sure to remind your kids that the tooth fairy loves sparkling clean teeth and awards accordingly! This can help them hone their brushing and flossing skills, and inspire the tooth fairy to leave special notes telling them how good they’re doing. You never know, the tooth fairy might even award them with a new tube of mild mint toothpaste of kids hydroxyapatite toothpaste!

permanent teeth: long-term care

Most children will have a full set of permanent teeth between ages 11-13, and this is a very important time to continue proper oral care for kids. We’ve outlined some of our top tips to establish good dental habits early, paving the way for their long-term oral health.

• brush daily with our kids toothpaste: our mild mint toothpaste, orange vanilla hydroxyapatite toothpaste, and strawberry watermelon toothpaste are all made with thoughtful ingredients for you and your little ones. They’re free of fluoride, sulfates, and artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, and sweeteners. Brushing daily with our kids toothpaste is a great way to nurture a healthy mouth for your littles (and your whole family).
• floss daily with our expanding floss: this is an essential step, as brushing alone can miss up to 30% of your teeth! With our expanding floss, your little ones can clean those tight crevices between their teeth, fighting bacteria and delivering essential minerals (hydroxyapatite) to surfaces that might otherwise be ignored.
• start hydroxyapatite at a young age: hydroxyapatite is a superhero for healthy enamel, as it works to remineralize it from the inside out. This can reduce sensitivity, give your teeth a better fighting chance against bacteria, and nurture long-term oral health for your little ones. Using hydroxyapatite from a young age can lay a solid foundation for strong, healthy enamel.
• embrace mouth-friendly nutrition: diet plays a huge role in oral care for kids (and adults), so be sure to explain (and demonstrate) what a mouth-friendly diet is. It’s a diet full of nutrient-dense whole foods, full of calcium and vitamins to keep your teeth healthy and strong. It avoids sticky, sugary, and starchy substances that can linger on your teeth and cause damage to your enamel. Plus, a mouth-friendly diet includes lots of water! Hydration is key for flushing out bad bacteria and avoiding dry mouth.
• schedule regular dental appointments: prevention is key in the world of long-term holistic oral care, so be sure to schedule dental appointments every six months. Not only can this help your kids avoid dental complications, it can also reduce the fear and anxiety that so many experience around the dentist.
• look out for signs of orthodontic issues: some red flags can include overbites, clicking noises while chewing, speech difficulties, crowded teeth, tooth gaps, pain, frequently biting cheeks, and more. Your dentist can also recommend an orthodontic visit if necessary!
• avoid bad habits: make sure your kids learn sneaky bad habits that can affect their long-term oral health, such as nail biting and teeth grinding.

At Davids, we’re passionate about creating products that put the fun back into oral care for kids! Explore our line of premium kids toothpaste, and be sure to grab a tube for yourself too!

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